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Czech Republic Reports Bird Flu Outbreak at Farm With 188,000 Poultry

The Czech Republic reported an outbreak of bird flu of the H5N1 type at a poultry farm with 188,000 birds, the State Veterinary Administration said on Thursday.

Thousands of the birds have died already, the rest will be culled from the farm in Libotenice, 60 km (40 miles) north of Prague, the administration said.

Several hundred thousand eggs will be destroyed too.

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Why Water Quality Is the Forgotten Nutrient in Swine Production | Kanters Animal Health | WPX 2026

Video: Why Water Quality Is the Forgotten Nutrient in Swine Production | Kanters Animal Health | WPX 2026

Water is one of the most important—and often overlooked—nutrients in pork production.

In this interview from World Pork Expo 2026, Tommy from Kanters Animal Health explains how advanced water monitoring and dosing systems are changing swine research and helping producers better understand water intake, supplementation, and animal performance.

The discussion also covers practical steps producers can take today to monitor water quality, identify biofilm before it becomes a problem, and improve the health and efficiency of their barns.

Topics include:

Why water is the "forgotten nutrient" in swine production

How advanced water monitoring is transforming research

The role of water quality in pig health and performance

Detecting biofilm before it impacts production

Practical on-farm water management strategies